National Spelling Bee champions reveal challenges, growing pains — and how the contest changed their lives: ‘Oh, I was never cool’ By . Associated Press. Published May 26, 2025, 12:37 p.m. ET.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, and former champions say the bee has changed their lives for the better because it taught them they can do hard things ...

I’ve read too much poetry,” says the Virginia Democrat, who was back on top at the press vs. politicians contest after recent ...

Faizan closed his eyes and puffed his chest. “That did not help at all,” he joked, a moment of levity before the middle ...

Faizan Zaki, 13, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee championship on Thursday, May 29 — and says he couldn't have done it without the support of his parents and twin sister.

Connor Norton, a dedicated speller, earned a spot at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, showcasing his passion and ...

2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion Faizan Zaki revealed his plans to pay forward his prize money. Zaki, 13, secured victory on Thursday, May 29, by spelling “eclaircissement” in the ...

After 10 grueling rounds that began with 243 young contestants — and six locals — before winnowing the field to nine, one speller from Los Angeles County remained.

The 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee championship finals premieres Thursday, May 29 on ION beginning at 8/7c. Tonight, the nine finalists will compete against each other and only one will be ...

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The teachers said they created the spelling bee because they wanted to spread positivity in their community in an age where ...

Faizan Zaki ,13-year-old from Plano, Texas, beat 242 other competitors to take the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee championship title, on the 100th anniversary of the great American tradition.